How to Pronounce "biodegradable"
word
ˌbaɪoʊdəˈɡɹeɪdəbəɫ
BY-oh-duh-GRAY-duh-buhl
bˌaɪəʊdɪɡɹˈeɪdəbəl
by-uh-oh-di-GRAY-duh-buhl
Definition
Something that is biodegradable can be broken down naturally by bacteria or other living things, so it does not harm the environment.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌbaɪoʊdəˈɡɹeɪdəbəɫ
British English
bˌaɪəʊdɪɡɹˈeɪdəbəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BY-oh-duh-GRAY-duh-buhl
UK
by-uh-oh-di-GRAY-duh-buhl
Listen in Context
We should use biodegradable bags at the supermarket.
This cup is made from biodegradable material.
They throw away only biodegradable waste in the green bin.
More companies are switching to biodegradable packaging to help the planet.